Implicit in the heart of democracy is a belief in the inherent worth of each individual voice and vote. But how can we nourish a democracy when deep conditioning leans into the silencing of critical perspectives, exclusionary policies, racial injustice, and a general lack of awareness of the needs of one another? Can we rise above the great fallacy that compassion is a losing proposition in a dog-eat-dog world? What role can mindfulness, discernment, and lovingkindness play in the co-creation of a better future for us all?
Join IMS co-founder Sharon Salzberg, Rhonda Magee, Parker Palmer and moderator Jerry Colonna for a special panel discussion on Healing the Heart of Democracy, on Monday, February 15, from 5 -7 pm ET. The event is FREE, though voluntary donations will be accepted for those wishing to support the ongoing work of the Insight Meditation Society.
To view a list of resources (quotes) shared during the event click here.
Panelist Bios
Sharon Salzberg is a meditation pioneer and industry leader, a world-renowned teacher and New York Times bestselling author. As one of the first to bring meditation and mindfulness into mainstream American culture over 45 years ago, her relatable, demystifying approach has inspired generations of meditation teachers and wellness influencers. Sharon is co-founder of The Insight Meditation Society, and the author of eleven books, including the New York Times bestseller, Real Happiness, now in its second edition, her seminal work, Lovingkindness and her newest book, Real Change: Mindfulness To Heal Ourselves and the World.
Rhonda V. Magee (M.A. Sociology, J.D.) is a Professor of Law at the University of San Francisco and an internationally-recognized thought and practice leader focused on integrating mindfulness into higher education, law and social change work. A prolific author, she draws on law and legal history to weave storytelling, poetry, analysis and practices into inspiration for changing how we think, act and live better together in a rapidly changing world. Her first book, The Inner Work of Racial Justice: Healing Ourselves and Transforming Our Communities Through Mindfulness, was published in 2019.
Parker J. Palmer is a writer, speaker, activist, and founder and Senior Partner Emeritus of the Center for Courage & Renewal. His wisdom has reached millions worldwide through his ten books, including the best-selling Healing the Heart of Democracy, Let Your Life Speak, and his latest bestseller, On the Brink of Everything: Grace, Gravity and Getting Old. Palmer holds a Ph.D. in sociology from the University of California at Berkeley, and 13 honorary doctorates. Dr. Palmer and his wife, Sharon L. Palmer, live in Madison, Wisconsin.
Jerry Colonna is CEO and cofounder of Reboot.io, an executive coaching and leadership development firm, and author of REBOOT: Leadership and the Art of Growing Up. For nearly 20 years, he has used the knowledge gained as an executive, venture capitalist (VC), journalist and a board member for 100+ organizations to help people lead with humanity, resilience, and equanimity. Jerry lives in Boulder, Colorado.
This event is free, but for those who want to make a donation to IMS, you may CLICK HERE.
